Grimsargh St Michael’s C of E Primary School receives a £25,000 parish council grant to kickstart a £100,000 playground transformation, aiming for a more inclusive, nature-rich space for local children.
Aidan Leverage, 20, from Leicester, is taking on two 2,000m races at the British Indoor Rowing Championships to fundraise for Epilepsy Action, aiming to shatter stigma around the condition.
The executive headteacher of two Birmingham nursery schools is absent as the council conducts a confidential internal process. Both schools remain open.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 crowns the West Midlands' top state, independent, and comprehensive schools based on latest exam results. Discover which local schools excelled.
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has ranked the top secondary schools in the West Midlands for 2026. Discover which schools in Birmingham, Solihull, and Stratford made the prestigious lists.
Shaun Rigby, a Shropshire father, must repay £36,000 in disability benefits and lost his Motability car after the DWP saw a video of him playing cricket. His family is fighting the decision.
Complete guide to watching Aston Villa host Arsenal in the Premier League this Saturday. Get TV channel, streaming details, kick-off time and team news.
Year 8-10 students from Mayflower High School in Billericay excelled at a French netball tournament, gaining professional coaching and building team spirit. Discover their inspiring journey.
A Shropshire family fights the DWP's decision to strip disability benefits after a light-hearted cricket match video. The case raises questions about PIP assessments and adaptive sports.
The Department for Education has broken its silence on a controversial £50m free school in Walsall, defending its process after criticism from MP Valerie Vaz. Read the full story.
Sports Direct customers face court threats and demands for thousands after parcels were stolen from doorsteps. The retailer is using a crime agency to pursue refunded shoppers. Read the full investigation.
Young footballers in Rushcliffe benefit from a new £44,000 all-weather pitch at Greythorn Park, part of over £1m in park investments. The facility promotes year-round fitness and inclusive play.
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council seeks nominations for its 2026 Active Awards. Celebrate coaches, volunteers, clubs & individuals making a difference in community sport & wellbeing. Deadline: 5 Jan 2026.
A group of 40 GCSE Spanish students from Mayflower High School in Billericay have returned from a four-day immersive trip to Murcia, Spain. The 'no English' rule saw their confidence and language skills soar ahead of April exams.
Sophie Newnham, 17, from Surbiton, has rocketed to world number one in boccia just 18 months after her senior debut. Discover her journey and her nomination for a major UK Sport award.
Students at Mayflower High School in Billericay have been recognised for completing the demanding Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Award, placing them in an elite national group. Read about their community impact and the MP's celebratory visit.
Live updates and team news as Birmingham City face Watford at St Andrew's. A win could lift Blues to seventh in a tight Championship table. Follow all the action.
Queen Mary Grammar School in Walsall receives a £3,000 donation from Persimmon Homes to redevelop its outdoor sports facilities, benefiting both students and the wider local community.
The community mourns Joshua Travis, a 14-year-old former Nottingham Forest academy goalkeeper, who tragically died after being hit by a train in Burton Joyce. Read the heartfelt tributes.
Birmingham City manager Chris Davies faces his childhood club Watford in a Championship clash. Discover his family connections and match predictions. Read the full story now!
City of Wolverhampton Council approves £2.6m to expand Colton Hills Community School, creating 79 new Year 7 places by 2027 to cope with significant local demand.
Birmingham City's revolutionary Powerhouse stadium design features 12 chimneys, retractable pitch and ambitious 2030 opening target. Discover the groundbreaking vision.
St Alphege CE School in Solihull achieves top Ofsted rating just years after being told to improve. Discover how leadership and community transformed this West Midlands school.
Birmingham City FC's ambitious Powerhouse Stadium plans advance as West Midlands Metro completes test run. The £3bn Sports Quarter development targets 2030 completion with transformative transport links.
City of Liverpool's Niko Dorsz led the medal haul with four golds at the Stockport Metro Meet. Discover all the winners and their impressive personal best times.
A major milestone for Birmingham City FC's £3bn Sports Quarter as the Metro line undergoes testing. The 62,000-seat Powerhouse Stadium is on track for a 2030 completion.
Over 320 primary school children in Carmarthenshire have been trained as Young Sports Ambassadors, contributing 1000+ volunteer hours to inspire peers and build active communities. Discover how to get involved.
A children's football coach has been permanently removed after posting an apparent drugs menu in a coaches' WhatsApp group. Discover how the club is responding.
Tesco's Fruit & Veg for Schools initiative, now supporting over 500 schools, is hailed as 'life-changing' for improving children's health, concentration, and behaviour in disadvantaged areas.
David Wilson Homes East Midlands supports grassroots sport by sponsoring the Coalville Town Under-15 Rookettes girls' football team with new kits. Discover how this investment helps local talent.